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The article provides insights in cleaning the home and office. It suggests the use of microfiber cloth or electronics wipe in cleaning computer screens and discs. It cites that an all-purpose cleaner, wipe and sponge are recommended in cleaning work surface. Furthermore, it notes that a paintbrush is recommended to whisk dust from all the openings and crevices of the computer keyboard.

The article presents suggestions on how to clean stained carpets, doormats and rugs. It informs that if the care tag allows mats can be tossed into the washer and dryer to get rid of loose soil. It suggests using a powdered carpet cleaner, like Resolve High Traffic Granules Large Area Carpet Cleaner, to clean the dingy path on a carpet.

The article offers tips on how to clean gas stoves. It suggests removing burner caps, grates, and control knobs. One is required to put those components in sink filled with very hot water and dish soap. Baking soda is stated to work wonder while cleaning components of gas stoves. It suggests cleaning glass components with nonabrasive scrubbing pad.

The article offers after-the-feast clean-up in the U.S. To clean the table after the feast, it is advisable to clean the table first, thus gather up the tablecloth or cloths and shake crumbs over the kitchen sink or garbage cans. It is advisable to double-or-triple-line the trash can, so one can already have a clean bag when the full bag is removed.

The article presents tips for cleaning houses. It has been advised to turn the lights on before wiping out dust and cobwebs. It has been advised to use either a long-handled duster or make one by wrapping a yardstick or broom handle at the end with a dampened dusting cloth or old sock. It has been suggested to use paintbrush to quickly whisk dust from inside each pleat of floor or table lamps.

The article offers suggestions to keep bathtubs clean. It is suggested that before using tub-and-tile spray cleaners the bathroom should be ventilated by opening the windows and doors. It mentions that soap coating the pipes of the tub can be dissolved by pouring a cup of ammonia mixed in boiling water. It is stated that clogged showerheads can be cleaned by immersing it in a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water.

The article offers tips in cleaning salty equipment and soggy bathing suits and towels after swimming. Family members are suggested to remove the sand in his or her body using their own beach towel before entering the house. Beach chairs and sun umbrella should be watered to prevent the salt from corroding the metal parts and rust. The suits could be rinsed and spin before washing.

The article provides an answer to a question concerning the use of antibacterial cleaners.

The article offers suggestions to prepare a fresh guest room for visitors. It is suggested that the contents of the top dresser drawer should be emptied into a box and temporarily stored under the bed or onto the closet floor. It mentions that pillows can be spruced up by placing them into dryers on the low-heat setting for about five minutes to de-dust and fluff them. It is stated that a microfiber cloth should be used to dust furniture.

This article presents tips on cleaning a house's outdoor space. It suggests clearing off the leaf litter and moving chairs out of the way and sweep debris to the ground. For problematic grease or mildew stains, sprinkle on a little laundry detergent and rub it in with the broom. To freshen a furniture, hose off everything to remove cobwebs, dirt, and leaves. After cleaning, apply car wax to metal and plastic furniture to help repel stains.

The article presents a quick guide to cleaning windows. Sweep out debris using the small-handled brush that comes with the dustpan. Use a cloth-wrapped screwdriver for flicking out dead bugs or hard-to-reach dirt. Run a vacuum side to side and top to bottom to de-grime the screens. Spray a glass cleaner on the inside of the glass until it is heavily misted but not drippy.

The article offers tips for stained or scuffed footwear. For white salt line that appears when leather dries, desalting products, available at shoe-repair shops, or a mix of equal parts white vinegar and water could be used. Scuffs could be removed by dipping a soft cloth in water, then baking soda, and rubbing it on the spots gently.

The article offers tips on housekeeping. Ultimately you may want to reorganize the room. Clean up and scoop the rest of the shoes, jackets, gloves, hats and socks into a bin. If shoes or boots are sopping, use those salvaged news sections as mats to soak up puddles and catch dirt. Dry dirt is easier to remove than sticky mud, so do not even bother cleaning until the footprints get crusty.

The article offers tips for removing different kinds of stains. To dissolve the waxy artwork in a hurry, use a citrus-based cleaner like Goo Gone. To remove candle soot, whisk any dry, loose bits of soot with your vacuum's dusting-brush attachment to keep the soot from turning into a smeary mess when wet. Next, soak a cotton ball in rubbing alcohol and lightly go over the stain in a circular motion.

The article evaluates several household supplies, including the Chef's Choice Crystal Crafter from Edge Craft, Erase-A-Hole from Elite Products, and the Stainless Steel Sink & Cookware Scratch Remover Kit from Siege Chemical.

The article offers tips for removing Christmas decorations. The biggest challenges are removing ornament and lights, hauling the tree to the curb, and cleaning up needles. It is recommended to start removing the decorations from the bottom of the tree up. Lights should be removed one bulb at a time.

The article provides an answer to a question of how to set the red color of a blouse to avoid bleeding everytime it is washed.

The article provides information on cleaning a fireplace. Challenges include ashes in the firebox, black soot on the glass and smoky stains on the surrounding brick, marble or tile. One would need a dust mask, a metal bucket with a lid to contain the ashes, and a commercial cleaner designed to remove soot and smoke stains from brick, stone and glass. A wet/dry vacuum with a disposable bag can be used to eliminate ash, once it has cooled for at least four days.

This article presents tips and products on household repairing. In order to fix a dinged wooden furniture, simply dampen a large cotton dishtowel, fold it into quarters, and place it over the spot. Then set the iron to high, and press the cloth a few seconds until the water from the towel stops steaming. To exorcise the sound effects in doors and closets, clean the pin from the hinge using an abrasive scrubbing pad like 3M's Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scour Fad. Red Devil's Home Restore Wallpaper Seam Repair is ideal for fixing peeling wallpaper.

The article presents tips on tidying up a kitchen for the holiday season. According to the author, cooking is the kitchen's top priority so stash mail, school schedules, and the rarely used juicer elsewhere. Then pull out the trash can and toss bags or boxes of unwanted edibles sitting out. Before collapsing onto the sofa, use a sweeper with disposable cloths, like Swiffer, to pick up crumbs, dust, and hair from the floor.

A step-by-step instruction for cleaning the bathroom is presented.

The article outlines house cleaning tips. To prevent clogging problems, pour a mix of ¼ cup ammonia and 1 quart boiling water into bathroom and kitchen drains every few months to dissolve grease and loosen clumps. Sautéing usually involves oil splatters, so protect the neighboring burners with pot lids. Wipe down the glass or fiberglass of the shower door with Rain-X Original Glass Treatment which is used on car windshields to keep them clear.

The article evaluates three nationwide maid services in the U.S. The companies were tested based on service, cost, performance and pros and cons. Merry Maids was the winner, by a narrow margin. It was followed by Molly Maid and The Maids. Merry Maids conducted a free home visit for two testers to estimate time and cost and finished within the expected time frame. Molly Maid charged less than its competitors and its staff got more done than the others' did in the same amount of time.

The article presents tips on maintaining one's gems and jewelry. The first step in cleaning a stone is knowing how soft or hard it is. Soak diamonds in a solution of two parts warm water and one part ammonia for several minutes and scrub to loosen any dirt. Dip emeralds in room-temperature water and brush gently. Be extra careful when handling and storing opals since they are prone to chipping.

The article offers tips on housekeeping and personal finance. A great solution to keep homes smelling fresh for the holidays is to use a vinegar solution that will neutralize the odor especially in the kitchen. Credit card statements should be checked online even if payments are not made electronically to prevent billing errors.

The article presents several housekeeping tips. Club soda does not remove stains better than water. Vacuum carpets once or twice a week. The steps to cleaning silver utensils using toothpaste are mentioned. It is better to use pretreated cloth or a microfiber duster than feather duster. Tip to cleaning iron is also cited.

The article gives advice on storing winter clothes. First, avoid the attic and the basement. Second, clean garments first. Third, avoid using mothballs. Fourth, go easy on the delicates. In addition, do choose sturdy wooden or plastic hangers and put folded clothes into plastic or acid-free cardboard storage boxes that are lined with acid-flee tissue paper.

The article offers tips and techniques in dishwashing. Dishes should be prerinsed if they are going to be placed in the machine the whole day. To help prevent breakage, wineglasses should be arranged carefully. Stainless steel and silver flatware should always be separated.

The article offers facts about candles. There are several types of waxes used in candles. The most common type is the paraffin wax, and it is also the least expensive. On the other, beeswax burns faster than paraffin. Other candles are made with either soy or palm waxes. Test the quality of a candle wick by gently tugging on the end of the wick to ensure that it is secure. A loose one may burn unevenly or not burn at all if it falls into a pool of melted wax. Wicks made with a lead or lead-alloy core were banned in 2003 because they give off unhealthy emissions.

The article presents several cleaning tips. Use the vacuum cleaner for dusting woodwork, blinds, radiators and lampshades. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe mirrors and windows. It is better to use glass-cleaning wipes than spray-on cleansers. To remove burned-on food from a pot, fill it with water and dishwashing liquid and let the suds simmer on the stove.